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Effects of solitary confinement on children

Effects of solitary confinement on children

Effects of solitary confinement on children Effects of solitary confinement on children, 13 MB
Thursday, April 27, 2017

A report released by the United Nations has slammed New Zealand for its overuse of solitary confinement - found to be four times higher than in English prisons and in breach of international laws. Children, disabled people and the mentally unwell were also isolated at high rates, and in unhealthy conditions. Producer Jess Smith speaks to Children’s commission Judge Andrew Becroft to learn more about impacts on children who experience confinement.